1 Corithians 10:1-6
As the Israelites started their journey they all started together but some were overthrown along the way. They encountered a number of difficulties as they travelled. We will describe these difficulties as valleys.
Valley of Murmuring (Exodus 15:22-24)
Sometimes we focus on the small minute things of life. We tend to complain and forget about all the good God has done for us.
Valley of Pleasure (Exodus 32:6, 1 Corithians 10:7)
Sometimes we allow the devil to take the best of us because of small pleasures.
Valley of Lust (Numbers 11:4-6; 33)
The Israelites lusted for the meat of Egypt and because of this lust many of them died.
Valley of Discouragement (Numbers 13: 27-33)
The Israelites saw God destroy the whole Egyptian army and yet they were afraid to enter the land of Canaan. When you are faced with challenges focus on God Deuteronomy 1:21 God will be with you.
Valley of Rebellion (Numbers 16:1-4)
Korah and Dathan died because they did not respect the authority that God had given.
Valley of Materialism ( Numbers 32:1-4)
Some people chose not to enter Canaan beacause of material things of this world. Do not settle for less when God has prepared so much more for you.
As we live life we are all on a journey as the Israelites were and we may encounter similar journeys. Of the Israelites that left Egypt only 2 managed to make it into the promised land. Will you finish the journey? The choice is yours.